A dental tourism to Vietnam usually leaves gaps between appointments, and a spa is one of the easier ways to fill them. Both Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi have a genuinely good spa scene, though the well reviewed spots are not always right next door to the clinic. In Ho Chi Minh City a few strong options sit within walking distance or a short ride of the District 3 branch, while in Hanoi the main cluster of highly rated spas sits a short ride away in the Old Quarter.
Not every treatment is a good fit for every stage of a dental trip, though. Some spa services put pressure or heat directly on the face and jaw, which is exactly the area that needs to stay undisturbed in the first day or two after certain procedures. Knowing which treatments to save for later in the trip matters as much as knowing where to go.
This guide covers what to keep in mind before booking, followed by specific spa recommendations near each Delia Dental Clinic location in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi.
Quick Answer
Several well reviewed spas sit close to Delia Dental Clinic in both Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, offering body massage, foot reflexology, and facial treatments. Facial and head massage, hot stone treatments, and sauna or steam room visits are usually better saved for a day or two after oral surgery, since heat and direct pressure near the jaw can increase swelling. Body and foot treatments are generally a safer choice in the first day after a procedure.
What to consider before booking a spa treatment during a dental tourism
Timing matters more than the type of spa. In the first 24 to 48 hours after an extraction, implant placement, or another surgical procedure, heat exposure through a sauna, steam room, or hot stone massage can increase blood flow to the area and make swelling or bruising worse. A facial massage that involves pressure across the cheeks and jawline falls into the same category, since that pressure sits directly over a healing surgical site.
Body massage and foot reflexology avoid this issue almost entirely, since neither one applies pressure near the mouth or jaw, which is why they tend to be the more comfortable option on a treatment day or the day right after. For non surgical procedures such as whitening, veneer fittings, or crown preparation, there is generally more flexibility, though patients with any lingering sensitivity around the gums or bite should still mention this when booking a facial treatment.
None of this is a reason to avoid the spa altogether. It simply means the order of activities during a dental trip is worth a little planning, and checking with the clinic about what is comfortable on a given day is a reasonable step before booking anything involving the face.
Wellness and spa spots near Delia Dental Clinic in Ho Chi Minh City
Delia Dental Clinic’s Ho Chi Minh City branch sits on Vo Van Tan Street in District 3. District 3 itself is quieter and has fewer big name spas than District 1 or Thao Dien, so the realistic picture is one strong option right in the district, plus a couple of well reviewed spots a short ride away.
L’Apothiquaire
Address: 64A Truong Dinh Street, Xuan Hoa Ward, District 3
Style: French inspired luxury day spa in a colonial villa
L’Apothiquaire is the standout option actually located in District 3, housed in a 1950s colonial villa with a swimming pool on site. Treatments draw on French spa traditions using the brand’s own organic product line, and some packages include a meal served poolside afterward. It currently holds a 4.8 rating from more than 300 Google reviews, making it one of the more consistently well reviewed spas in the district rather than just a well marketed one.
Khoe Spa
Address: 3A Vo Van Tan Street, Ward 6, District 3
Style: Everyday therapeutic body massage
Khoe Spa sits on the same street as the clinic and focuses on straightforward therapeutic body massage rather than a full spa menu. It suits patients who want a quick, no frills session for travel fatigue between appointments rather than a longer treatment package, and it has grown into a multi branch chain across the city, which is generally a sign of consistent enough service to keep expanding.
Le Spa des Artistes
Address: 3rd floor, Hotel des Arts Saigon, 76 to 78 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street, District 1
Style: Boutique art inspired spa
A short ride from the clinic across the District 1 and District 3 border, Le Spa des Artistes is set inside a boutique hotel and designed around an Indochine art theme, with individual treatment rooms rather than an open layout. It is one of the spots specifically called out in a mid 2026 district by district spa guide as a strong boutique option near District 3, which makes it a reasonable stretch goal for patients wanting something a bit more considered than a neighborhood massage shop.
Wellness and spa spots near Delia Dental Clinic in Hanoi
Delia Dental Clinic’s Hanoi branch sits in the Van Mieu, Quoc Tu Giam area near the Temple of Literature. Hanoi’s main concentration of well reviewed spas sits in the Hoan Kiem and Old Quarter area instead, roughly a ten to fifteen minute ride from the clinic rather than walking distance, so it is worth budgeting a little travel time.
Le Spa du Metropole
Address: 15 Ngo Quyen Street, Hoan Kiem District, inside Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Style: Luxury hotel spa
For patients who want a higher end experience during a longer stay in Hanoi, Le Spa du Metropole inside the Sofitel Legend Metropole offers an extensive menu across several treatment suites, including a Finnish sauna and hammam bath. The sauna and hammam options are worth saving for later in a trip rather than the day of or right after a procedure, given the heat exposure involved.
Grand La Maison Spa
Address: 18 to 24 Nha Chung Street, Hoan Kiem District
Style: Facials and body treatments
Grand La Maison Spa currently holds a perfect 5.0 rating from over 1,300 Google reviews, making it one of the most consistently well reviewed spas in the Old Quarter for facials and body treatments together. It sits centrally enough in Hoan Kiem to combine easily with sightseeing around the Old Quarter on the same day.
Serene Spa
Address: 68 Ma May Street, Hoan Kiem District
Style: Vietnamese, Swedish, and aromatherapy massage
With a 4.9 rating from over 10,000 Google reviews, Serene Spa has one of the largest and most consistent review bases of any spa in Hanoi, which is a reasonable proxy for reliability when trying somewhere new during a short trip. The treatment range covers Vietnamese, Swedish, and aromatherapy massage, giving patients a body focused option that avoids the face and jaw entirely.
L’essence Spa
Address: 36 Dinh Liet Street, Hoan Kiem District
Style: Vietnamese massage, foot massage, and facials
L’essence Spa holds a 5.0 rating from over 5,600 Google reviews and sits right in the Old Quarter, within easy reach of Hoan Kiem Lake. Alongside Vietnamese and foot massage, it also offers facials, which is worth booking on a day away from any facial or jaw related dental work rather than immediately after one.
Delia Dental Clinic and planning downtime around your appointments
Delia Dental Clinic’s international patient coordinators are familiar with the neighborhoods around both the Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi branches and can point patients toward spas or wellness spots that fit comfortably around a specific treatment schedule. Since the right timing for a facial massage, sauna visit, or body treatment depends on what procedure was done and how recently, patients are welcome to ask the coordinating team on site which activities make sense on a given day rather than guessing based on a general list.
This is particularly relevant for patients with a tighter schedule who are trying to fit in some relaxation between two or more appointments. Delia Dental Clinic’s team can flag which day of a treatment plan tends to leave the most comfortable window for something like a spa visit and can help you plan your dental trip via WhatsApp or Messenger, so the trip does not feel like it is only about the clinic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a facial massage the same day as my dental appointment?
It depends on what was done during the appointment. For non surgical work such as a whitening session or a routine check, a facial massage the same day is usually fine. For anything involving extractions, implant placement, or other surgical steps, it is generally better to wait at least a day, since pressure across the jaw and cheeks sits directly over the area that needs to settle first. If in doubt, checking with the clinic before booking is the simplest way to avoid discomfort.
Is it safe to use a sauna or steam room after dental surgery?
Heat exposure through a sauna or steam room increases blood flow throughout the body, which can worsen swelling or bruising if used too soon after a surgical procedure. Most patients are better off waiting a day or two before booking anything involving significant heat, and using body or foot massage instead in that early window. Once initial healing has settled, a sauna or steam room is not typically a concern.
Do I need to book spa appointments in advance in Vietnam?
Some of the smaller neighborhood spots operate on a walk in basis, particularly for foot and body massage, while the larger spas and hotel based wellness centers, such as those inside international hotel chains, generally expect a booking, especially during busier travel seasons. Booking a day or two ahead is a safe approach for anywhere with a more extensive treatment menu, and walking in works reasonably well for smaller local spas.
Are these spa recommendations affiliated with Delia Dental Clinic?
No, these are independent businesses recommended based on their location near each clinic and their general reputation, not partner facilities of Delia Dental Clinic. Patients are free to choose any of them, book elsewhere, or ask the international patient coordinators for other suggestions based on what they are looking for.
What should I avoid mentioning I want if I just had an implant placed?
There is no need to avoid mentioning the procedure at all. Being upfront with the spa about recent dental work, particularly if it involved surgery, allows the therapist to adjust pressure and avoid the facial area if needed. Most spas in both cities are used to guests requesting a body only treatment or asking that facial work be skipped for a session.
Final Thoughts
Fitting in some genuine relaxation during a dental trip is less about finding the single best spa and more about matching the treatment to the stage of the trip. Body and foot massage travel well with almost any part of a treatment plan, while facial work, hot stone treatments, and heat based options are worth saving for a day when the mouth and jaw are not the focus. Patients planning a trip to Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City can send their treatment schedule to Delia Dental Clinic via WhatsApp or Messenger, and the international patient team can suggest which days leave the most comfortable window for a spa visit nearby.
